Topic: American Idol
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Will you remember me?: The greatest one-hit wonders of the 2000s
Check out our picks for the best songs from the 2000s whose artists made the charts with these hits, but never released another successful song.
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China's Vice President Xi is in town: what 6 international newspapers say
Chinese Vice President and presumed leader-in-waiting Xi Jinping is visiting the United States this week. From the increased US militarization of the Asia-Pacific region to China’s human rights record, newspapers across the globe are chiming in with their opinions and expectations for this high-profile visit. Here are a sample of six:
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Elvis Presley: His five greatest songs
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In Pictures: Who's who on The Voice
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American Idol: And the winner is, Harry Connick, Jr.
American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the top four American Idol contestants battled it out for the second week in a row, except this time they had the help of Harry Connick, Jr..
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American Idol: Ryan Seacrest delivers unexpected results
After months of grueling competition, one girl's Idol dreams were slated to come to an end on Thursday night. The results might surprise you.
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American Idol: The final four flounder (+video)
American Idol recap: With just weeks left in the competition, the final four American Idol girls sang for America's votes. Who took two steps forward and which took two steps back?
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American Idol: With time running out, did the judges use their save?
After picking off the male contestants, America was left with only girls to eliminate this week. Who did viewers opt to say goodbye to?
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American Idol: Who demonstrated the most girl power?
American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the remaining five female American Idol contestants chose songs from the 'Year You Were Born' and 'Diva Songs.' Did anyone top Candice Glover's performance of 'The Cure' from last week?
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With music app, can Twitter become key venue for discovering songs?
The social forum Twitter already has a lot of musical discussion going on. Now, an application within Twitter may help people explore up-and-coming bands, and learn which ones match their preferences.
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American Idol: Did Thursday's elimination make it an all girls show? (+video)
On Thursday night, one more contestant faced elimination and sang for the judges' save. Did they use it or did viewers say goodbye to another fallen idol?
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Candice Glover brings 'The Cure' for ailing American Idol (+video)
American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, Candice Glover overcame the constrains of theme night and delivered the best performance from an American Idol contestant in years with The Cure's, 'Love Song.'
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Fox affiliates OK with plan to thwart Aereo
If Internet startup Aereo keeps reselling Fox's TV signal without paying for it, Fox could switch from free to pay TV on cable and satellite. Fox exec says its affiliates are 'on board' with its Aereo-avoidance plan.
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American Idol: One more contestant leaves singing the blues
On Thursday night, after a somewhat tumultuous night of rock performances, one more Idol is sent home. Has another boy fallen by the wayside?
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American Idol: What really goes on behind the scenes? (+video)
American Idol: After years of watching from home, this writer joins the American Idol audience and gets a glimpse of what goes on during a live show. Required wardrobe: Hip clothing and tennis shoes.
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American Idol ready to rock another contestant off the show (+video)
American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the remaining seven American Idol contestants took on rock 'n roll. Who's going home: Burnell Taylor, Angie Miller, Lazaro Arbos or someone else?
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American Idol trails The Voice, hits all-time low in ratings (+video)
American Idol is struggling this season in the ratings. The Voice topped American Idol for the first time ever in the weekly ratings race.
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White House Easter Egg Roll: not just a few bunnies in fuzzy suits
Stars on hand will include NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, New York Giant Victor Cruz, actress Quvenzhané Wallis, and 'American Idol' alums Jordin Sparks and Jessica Sanchez.
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American Idol: The last three boys sink to the bottom
On American Idol Thursday night, the votes were in and the three boys remaining found themselves in the bottom. Has Lazaro managed to avoid elimination again?
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American Idol: Phil Phillips comes home and one contestant goes home (+video)
On Thursday night, both Bon Jovi and Phil Phillips graced the American Idol stage. Also, Ryan revealed some detailed voting results that ended in one contestant's elimination.
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American Idol: The Top 10 are unveiled (+video)
American Idol recap: On Thursday night, American Idol wrapped up it's three-night event by unveiling of the Top 10. Did your favorites make it through?
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American Idol boys vie for Final 5: Is Curtis Finch, Jr. all that? (+video)
American Idol recap: On Wednesday's episode of American Idol the remaining 10 boys battled for five slots. Who won and who crumbled under the pressure?
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American Idol: The Top Five girls are easy to pick (+video)
American Idol recap: On Tuesday night, the 10 women competing to make the American Idol finals were unevenly matched. Some excelled, others left viewers wondering how they made it to Vegas. Did your Idol favorite shine?
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Culture Cafe 'Zero Hour' canceled after only three episodes
'Zero Hour' was canceled after airing three episodes on ABC. 'Zero Hour' was canceled following a season premiere which was the lowest-rated for ABC for a scripted show during the regular TV season ever.
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Mariah Carey sings track for the Disney film 'Oz the Great and Powerful'
Mariah Carey was chosen to perform the song 'Almost Home' for the 'Oz the Great and Powerful' soundtrack, and her performance of it on 'American Idol' is only one of the ways Disney is promoting the new film. Mariah Carey is currently serving as a judge on the Fox reality juggernaut 'American Idol.'
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American Idol: Five boys chosen as Sudden Death ends on low note (+video)
American Idol recap: On Thursday night, the final 10 boys competed for five spots. But with abysmal performances, few deserved a place in the top 20. Who was it?
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American Idol: Viewers disagree with judges' picks for top five girls (+video)
American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the final 10 females faced the sudden death round. But the American Idol judges' final decisions may shock you.
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Kellie Pickler joins the new DWTS cast (+video)
Kellie Pickler is one of two country singers in the latest Dancing With The Stars cast. Kellie Pickler was an American Idol contestant in 2005. Wynonna Judd and Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman are also in this DWTS cast.
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'Dancing With the Stars': Who's part of the season 16 cast?
'Dancing With the Stars' announced their new celebrity lineup and it consists of pro athletes, singers, and more. Check out some of the new 'Dancing With the Stars' cast members.
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